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8 ‘Health Foods’ That Are Bad For Weight Loss

There are many different foods to explore when on a weight loss journey. Many women begin the challenge of getting into better shape by changing their diets, but are doing so with foods that are not truly supporting their goals. The food industry is notorious for labeling foods as healthy, when in all actuality they are not. So it is not surprising that so many people fall victim to this false advertisement. Because of this, it is very easy to consume fake health foods pretty frequently and not even realize it. One way to avoid this predicament is to be very involved in your food selection, by understanding what is in the ingredients and reading labels thoroughly. Another tactic is to avoid harmful foods altogether, and select better options that align with a whole foods approach. To better understand what foods to avoid, check out these 8 “health foods” that are bad for weight loss.

Flavored Yogurt

The food industry would have you believe that flavored yogurt is a healthy option, but that is not necessarily the case. False advertisements will tell you that flavored yogurt is a good choice because it is made with real fruits and fruit juices. But they are all loaded with added sugar, and possibly contain pesticides. If you read the labels, you will find that many flavored yogurts contain refined sugar and artificial sweeteners. Opt for a plain or Greek yogurt that is organic and has between 0% to 2% fat.